overfunction

Function beyond what is needed or desired.

Noun

  1. Function beyond what is needed or desired.
    • the overfunction of the pituitary gland

Origin

From over- + function.

Verb

  1. To function excessively.
  2. To take responsibility for other people's actions.

Forms

overfunctions overfunctioning overfunctioned

Derived

overfunctioner

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